Senior Software Systems Engineer

Software Development Engineering (High Tech) focus on developing multiple types/categories of software including end-user applications and operating systems/utility software, that provides a platform for running end user applications for sale to external customers.

The work includes:

• Conducting requirements gathering and analysis to understand the domain of the software problem and/or functionality, the interfaces between hardware and software, and the overall software characteristics.
• Using programming, scripting, and/or database languages to write the software code.
• Supporting software testing, deployment, maintenance, and evolution activities by correcting programming errors, responding to scope changes, and coding software enhancements.
• Applying knowledge of software development best practices, including coding standards, code reviews, source control management, build processes, testing, and operations.

A Technical 4 is a recognized subject matter expert in job area typically obtained through advanced education and work experience.

Responsibilities typically include:

• Managing large projects or processes with limited oversight from manager.
• Coaching, reviewing and delegating work to lower level professionals.
• Problems faced are difficult and often complex.